1. PERSONAL PROFILE
A multi-skilled mechanic with good all-round technical and mechanical expertise. Very capable of
diagnosing faults on vehicles using specialist diagnostic equipment whether electrical or mechanical and to
then successfully repair or replace defective parts. A productive team player, able to work to
deadlines and targets, self motivated, organised and able to multi task. Experience of developing
apprentices and disseminate knowledge and experience to others. I have many years experience in this
industry but I’m always keen to take on new challenges and learn from the team around me.
EXPERIENCE
Autotech Motor Engineers
Sep 2009 – Present
Mechanic/Technician
Duties include repairing and servicing any vehicles (petrol/diesel) booked into the workshop (LCV and cars).
Diagnosing faults on vehicles both electrical and mechanical, with experience in various makes and models,
covering every aspect of vehicle maintenance and repair, while adhering to industry standard Health and Safety
regulations:
• MOT Testing/Repairs
• Engine Overhauling
• Timing Belt/Chains
• Clutches/Gear Boxes
• Fleet Maintenance
• Maintaining Garage Equipment eg: Ramps, Air Compressors
• Generating Invoices/Job Sheets
• Handling Customer Payments eg: using card readers
Including all other general workshop duties from maintenance of working area to handling any customer
issues face to face or via telephone.
Craig Orr Motors Ltd
2004- 2009
Mechanic (Apprenticeship gained within this time)
GS Associates [for IKEA Ltd]
2003 – 2004
Part-Time Cleaning Operative
Basic cleaning duties of Office Space, Warehouse, and Car Park. Stock Replenishment, Order Collections for Delivery.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
• Delphi Basic Vehicle Electrics
• Nov 2015
• Nominated Tester’s Course and Practical Test
• Mar 2014: Class IV MOT Tester
• Certificate of Completion for Modern Apprenticeship
• 2006-2008: Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicles
• IMIAL Level 3
• Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicle
• IMIAL Level 3
• SVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicle
• Working with Others Level 2
• Numeracy Level 2
These qualifications were achieved “on the job” during employment at Craig Orr Motors Ltd, and were
overseen by Jointforce Recruitment & Training.
• Trinity High School
• 2000-2004
• 8 Standard Grades
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Vehicle owner with full driving license, with own set of tools. Excellent References available upon request.
DARREN MADDEN
C.V.
56 Leander Crescent, Dean Park, PA4 0XB
Mob: 07791230435
E: dazm09@hotmail.co.uk